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The GloballyHarmonized System for Classification & Labeling of Chemicals (GHS)

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Why is GHS needed?

• The purpose of classification and MSDS/labeling is– to provide information to users or handlers of chemicals – to minimize the possibility of adverse effects

• Regulatory schemes for hazardous materials differ between USA government agencies (CPSC, DOT, EPA, OSHA, etc.) as well as internationally

• Resulting in multiple classifications, labels and MSDSs for the same product/chemical– users see different label warnings or MSDSs for the same

product– Same chemical product classified as toxic in one country and

not in another, etc– complying with multiple regulations is costly and time-

consuming

• Impact on both protection and trade

Inception

Manufacture

Transport

Pesticides

ConsumerProducts

Disposal

ProductLifecycle

R&D

FoodDrugsCosmetics

FDAFDA

Inception

Manufacture

Transport

Pesticides

ConsumerProducts

Disposal

ProductLifecycle

R&D

FoodDrugsCosmetics

Inception

Manufacture

Transport

Pesticides

ConsumerProducts

Disposal

ProductLifecycle

R&D

FoodDrugsCosmetics

OSHA

DOT

CPSC

FDAFDA

EPA©Michele Sullivan, Ph.D.

(Occupational Safety & Health Administration)

(Environmental Protection Agency)

(Department of Transportation)

(Food & Drug Administration)

Consumer Product Safety Commission

ACUTE ORAL TOXICITYOSHA Highly Toxic Toxic

LD50 ≤ 50 mg/kgAppropriate Hazard Warning

LD50 > 50 ≤ 500 mg/kgAppropriate Hazard Warning

ANSI Highly Toxic Toxic HarmfulLD50 ≤ 50 mg/kg

POISONDANGER

May Be Fatal If Swallowed

LD50 > 50 ≤ 500 mg/kgWARNING

Harmful if swallowed

LD50 > 500 ≤2,000 mg/kgCAUTION

May be harmful if swallowed

FIFRA I II IIII IVLD50 ≤ 50 mg/kg

POISONDANGER

Fatal if swallowed

LD50 > 50 ≤ 500 mg/kgNo symbolWARNING

May be fatal if swallowed

LD50 > 500 ≤ 5000 mg/kgNo symbolCAUTION

Harmful if swallowed

LD50 > 5000 mg/kgNo symbolCAUTION

No statements

CPSC Highly Toxic ToxicLD50 ≤ 50 mg/kg

POISONDANGER

Fatal If Swallowed

LD50 > 50 ≤ 5000 mg/kgNo symbol

WARNING or CAUTIONHarmful If Swallowed

DOT PkG 1 Packing Group II Packing Group IIILD50 < 5 LD50 > 5 ≤ 50 LD50 > 50 ≤ 500 mg/kg (liquid); > 50 ≤ 200 mg/kg (solid)

EU Very Toxic Toxic HarmfulLD50 ≤ 25

Very toxic if swallowed (R28)LD50 > 25 ≤ 200

Toxic if swallowed (R25)LD50 > 200 ≤ 2,000

Harmful if swallowed (R22)

WHMIS Class D1A, Very Toxic Class D1B, ToxicLD50 ≤ 50

Appropriate risk phraseLD50 > 50 ≤ 500

Appropriate risk phrase

GHS Category 1 Category 2 Category 3 Category 4 Category 5LD50 ≤ 5 mg/kg

or

DangerFatal if swallowed

LD50 > 5 < 50 mg/kg

or

DangerFatal if swallowed

LD50 ≥ 50 < 300 mg/kg

or

DangerToxic i f swallowed

LD50 ≥ 300 < 2000 mg/kg

WarningHarmful if swallowed

LD50 ≥ 2000 < 5000 mg/kgNo symbolWarning

May be harmful if Swallowed


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° F 100 2004020 73 140

OSHA HCS

EPA/FIFRA

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EU

WHMIS

DOT

IMO

CCCR

CPSC

ANSI Z129.1

FLAMMABILITYFlammable Combustible

Extremely/Highly/Flammable131°F

Division 2 Flammable Division 3 Combustible

Flammable Combustible

70°F

150°F

20°F

Extremely/Flammable

80°F

73°F

CombustibleGHSGHS

Combustible

Extremely/Flammable20°F

PCPR80.6°F

150°F

Extremely/Flammable Combustible


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©MRSAssociates

Hazard Existing Symbols Transport Symbols

GHS Symbols

Acute

POISON

Chronic

Corrosive to Human Tissue

Irritant

Less Severe Acute

Environment

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Hazard Existing Symbols Transport Symbols GHS SymbolsExplosive

Flammable

Oxidizer

Gasses under PressureCorrosive to Metals

Reactive

Other

ToxiFlamTOXIC

COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPORMy Company, My Street, MyTown NJ 00000

Tel: 444 999 9999

ToxiFlam (contains XYZ)

Harmful If Swallowed (R22) Flammable (R10)

Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs. (S13) Wear suitable protective clothing. (S36) If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container label. (S46) In case of fire use, water fog, CO2, or alcohol foam. (S43)

My Company, My Street, MyTown XX 00000 Tel: 44 22 999 9999

TOXICCOMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR

Do not taste or swallow. Do not take internally. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep away from heat, sparks andflame. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation.

FIRST AIDIf swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth toan unconscious person.

See Material Safety Data Sheet for further details regarding safe use of this product.

My Company, My Street, MyTown NJ 00000, Tel: 444 999 9999

ToxiFlam

USA OSHA:

CanadaWHMIS:

EU:


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A globally harmonized hazard classification and compatible labelling system, including material safety data sheets and easily understandable symbols, should be available, if feasible, by the year 2000.

UNCED Agenda 21, Chapter 191992 “Earth Summit” Rio De Janerio, Brazil

Specific Mandate for GHS

GHS Development

GHS Maintenance & Implementation

OECD TFHCL ILOHazard Communication

WG

ReactivityWG

UNCETDG(ILO)

IOMCCoordinating Group for the Harmonization of Chemical Classification Systems

WGAquatic Flammability

WGMixture

WGHealth Endpoint

WGs

UN ECOSOC

UN Parent committeeGHS

Transport Subcommittee GHS Subcommittee

OECD TF HCL

UNITAR

GHS Development

GHS Maintenance & Implementation

OECD TFHCL ILOHazard Communication

WG

ReactivityWG

UNCETDG(ILO)

IOMCCoordinating Group for the Harmonization of Chemical Classification Systems

WGAquatic Flammability

WGMixture

WGHealth Endpoint

WGs

UN ECOSOC

UN Parent committeeGHS

Transport Subcommittee GHS Subcommittee

OECD TF HCL



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What is the GHS?

• Common and coherent approach– to defining and classifying hazards, and – to communicating information on labels and MSDS

• It provides the informational framework as a basis for the sound management of chemicals – no testing

• Covers all hazardous chemical substances, dilute solutions, and mixtures.

• It consists of harmonized and standardized elements which are specified and assigned.

• It permits self-classification

• Structured so that appropriate components for classification and communication, which address the target audiences, can be selected (Building Blocks).


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The GHS Harmonized Elements (Building Blocks)

• Classification CriteriaPhysical HazardsHealth HazardsEnvironmental HazardsMixtures

• Hazard CommunicationLabels

– Symbols/pictograms– Signal Words– Hazard Statements (e.g., H200)– [Precautionary information (e.g., P201)]– Product identifier/ingredient disclosure

MSDS / Safety Data SheetsRisk-based labeling for chronics in consumer uses

AA

BB

CC

DD

EE

FF

GG

Hazard Class Hazard Category

ExplosivesFlammable GasesFlammable AerosolsOxidising GasesPressurized Gases

Compressed GasesLiquefied Gases

Dissolved GasesRefrigerated Liquefied Gases

Flammable Liquids Flammable Solids Self-reactive Substances Pyrophoric Liquids Pyrophoric Solids Self-heating Substances Water EmitsèFlammable Gases Oxidising Liquids Oxidising Solids Organic PeroxidesCorrosive to Metals

Div1.1

Type A

1

1

332

1

1 2

232

1

1

Type BType CType DType EType FType G

2

11

1

1 2 3 4

Type AType BType CType DType EType FType G1

1

1

11

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Div 1.2Div 1.3Div 1.4Div 1.5Div 1.62

UnstableExplosives

OSHA NPRM GHS – Physical Hazards (Building Blocks)


High Hazard Low Hazard

Hazard Class

Acute Toxicity, OralAcute Toxicity, DermalAcute Toxicity, Inhalation

Skin Corrosion/Irritation

Respiratory SensitisationSkin SensitisationGerm Cell MutagenicityCarcinogenicityReproductive Toxicity - FertilityReproductive Toxicity - DevelopmentSpecTargetOrganTox – Single Dose

Eye Corrosion /Irritation

SpecTargetOrganTox – Repeat Dose

Aspiration hazard

Hazard Category

1A 1B 2

1A 1B 2

1

1 2(A) 2(B)1A 1B 1C 2 31(Corrosion) Irritation

1 2 3 4 51 2 3 4 5

1 2 3 4 51 2

1 2

1A 1B 2

1A 1B 2

1

Lactation

1 2 3

(1A) (1B)(1A) (1B)

OSHA NPRM GHS – Health Hazards (Building Blocks)



OSHA NPRM GHS – Environmental Hazard (Building Blocks)


Hazard Class

Acute Aquatic ToxicityChronic Aquatic Toxicity

Hazard Category

1 2 3 41 2 3

1Hazardous To The Ozone Layer


Hazard Communication: Labels

Labels and other forms of warning

OSHA GHS NPRM Labels on Shipped Containers

OSHA GHS NPRM (specified)• containers of classified hazardous

chemicals– Product identifier– Signal word– Hazard statement(s)– Pictogram(s)– Precautionary statement(s)– Name, address, telephone number of

responsible party– In some cases,

• Unclassified hazards• × percent of the mixture consistsof ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity• Supplemental information

OSHA HCS (performance-oriented)

• containers of hazardous chemicals– Identity of hazardous chemical(s)– Appropriate hazard warnings– Name/address of chemical manufacturer, importer, or other responsible party.– ( 3 month updating - stayed)

Specified



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Key GHS Label Elements

Product identifier/ingredient disclosureSupplier identification

Symbols/Hazard pictograms*Signal words*Hazard statements*Precautionary information{*}

*Standardized

TRANSPORT “PICTOGRAMS”

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•Flammable Liquid

•Flammable Gas •Flammable Aerosol

•Flammable solid •Self-Reactive Substances

•Pyrophorics (Spontaneously Combustible)

•Self-Heating Substances

•Substances, which in contact with water, Emit

flammable gases (Dangerous When Wet)

•Oxidizing Gases

•Oxidizing Liquids •Oxidizing Solids

•Explosive Divisions 1.1, 1.2, 1.3

•Self-Reactives •Organic Peroxides

•Explosive Division 1.4 •Explosive Division 1.5

•Explosive Division 1.6 •Compressed Gases •Organic Peroxides •Acute Toxicity (Poison): Oral, Dermal, Inhalation

•Corrosive •Marine Pollutant •New (GHS) Marine Pollutant

GHS Pictograms & Hazard Classes

Flame over circle

Flame

Exploding bomb

• Oxidizers

• Flammables • Pyrophorics • Self-Heating • Emits Flammable Gas • Self Reactives • Organic Peroxides

• Explosives • Self Reactives • Organic Peroxides

Skull and crossbones

Corrosion

Gas cylinder

• Acute toxicity (severe)

• Corrosives

• Gases under pressure

Health Hazard

Environment

Exclamation mark

• Carcinogen • Mutagenicity • Reproductive Toxicity • Respiratory Sensitizer • Target Organ Toxicity • Aspiration Toxicity

• Aquatic Toxicity

• Irritant • Skin Sensitizer • Acute Toxicity (harmful) • Narcotic effects • Respiratory Tract Irritation • Hazardous to Ozone Layer



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GHS Signal Words

Signal Words Definition:word used to indicate the relative level of severity of hazard and alert the reader to a potential hazard on the label.

• 2 Signal words used in the GHS to emphasize hazard and distinguish levels of hazard :

- “Danger” (more severe hazards);- “Warning” (less severe hazards).

• Not all GHS hazards have signal words assigned


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GHS Hazard StatementsDefinition:

Phrase assigned to a hazard class and category that describes the nature of the hazards of a hazardous product, including, where appropriate, the degree of hazard.

§ A single harmonized hazard statement for each level of hazard within each hazard class§ Example: Flammable liquids

§ Example: Acute oral toxicity

Category 1 Extremely flammable liquid and vapor H224 Category 2 Highly flammable liquid and vapor H225 Category 3 Flammable liquid and vapor H226 Category 4 Combustible liquid H227

Category 1, 2 Fatal if swallowed H300 Category 3 Toxic if swallowed H301 Category 4 Harmful if swallowed H302 Category 5 May be harmful if swallowed H303


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GHS Precautionary Information

5 types of precautionary statements:1. General

Example: Read label before use (P103)

2. PreventionExample: Wear face protection (P280)

3. Response (in case of spillage/exposure, first aid, emergency response)

Example: Get immediate medical advice (P315)

4. StorageExample: Keep container tightly closed (P233)

5. DisposalExample: Dispose of contents/container to... … in

accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations (P501)

Precautionary information

Supplier identification Hazard

Statements

Hazard Pictograms

Product Identifier

Signal WordPrecautionary information

Label from GHS Purple Book 2nd Revised Edition 2007

GHS Label Elements


Example: GHS Container Label


Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from ignition sources such as heat/sparks/open flame– No smoking. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/ lighting/equipment. Take precautionary measures against static

discharge. Use only non-sparking tools. Store in cool/well-ventilated place. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation.

FIRST AID IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

In case of fire, use water fog, dry chemical, CO2, or “alcohol” foam.

Read Safety Data Sheet Before Use

My Company, MyStreet, MyTown, NJ 00000 Tel: 444.999.9999

Danger! Toxic if swallowed. Flammable liquid and vapor

ToxiFlam (Contains: XYZ)

Label Configuration For a Combination Package

The GHS label would be on the inner package

The transport label would be shown on the outer packaging

(METHYLOME)


Label Configuration For a Single Package


OSHA GHS NPRM Labels - § (f) workplace labeling

• Maintains the approach allowing employers to use workplace-specific labeling systems as long as they provide the required information

• Such workplace label systems will have to be updated to make sure the information is consistent with the new classifications


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HMIS/NFPA Numerical RatingsHMIS/NFPA Numerical Ratings

GHS Hazard Categories

Cat. 1 ~ ‘Severe Hazard’

Cat. 2 ~ ‘Serious Hazard’

Cat. 3 ~ ‘Moderate Hazard’

Cat. 4 ~ ‘Slight Hazard’

Cat. 5 ~ ‘Minimal Hazard’

HMIS/NFPA Hazard Ratings

0 = Minimal Hazard

1 = Slight Hazard

2 = Moderate Hazard

3 = Serious Hazard

4 = Severe Hazard

Currently, the HMIS/NFPA and GHS hazard criteria are different.


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HMIS/NFPA Numerical RatingsHMIS/NFPA Numerical Ratings

….GHS Hazard Categories/Criteria

Cat. 5 GHS Hazard Criteria

Cat. 4 GHS Hazard Criteria…..




HMIS/NFPA Hazard Ratings

0 = Minimal Hazard

1 = Slight Hazard

2 = Moderate Hazard

3 = Serious Hazard

4 = Severe Hazard

HMIS/NFPA should arrange NPRM hazard criteria to fit the order of the HMIS/NFPA ratings

Hazard Communication: SDSs


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OSHA NPRM SDS FormatUse the 16 Section headings as follows:1. Identification

2. Hazard(s) Identification

3. Composition/information on ingredients

4. First-aid measures

5. Fire-fighting measures

6. Accidental release measures

7. Handling and storage

8. Exposure controls/personal protection (PELs)

9. Physical and chemical properties

10. Stability and reactivity

11. Toxicological information

12. Ecological information

13. Disposal considerations

14. Transport information

15. Regulatory information

16. Other information

A new Appendix D, Safety Data Sheets, provides the details of what is to be included in each section

2. HAZARD(S) IDENTIFICATION(a) Classification: Flammable liquid, Category 3

Acute Toxicity, Category 3(b) Labeling:

Signal word: DangerHazard statement(s): Flammable liquid and vapor.

Toxic if swallowed

Symbol(s): Flame, Skull & crossbones

Precautionary statements:Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from ignition sources such as heat/sparks/open flame– No smoking. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/ lighting/equipment. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Use only non-sparking tools. Store in cool/well-ventilated place. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulation. In case of fire, use water fog, dry chemical, CO2, or “alcohol” foam. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth.IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

(c) Unclassified Hazards: None

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SDS Section 2: ToxiFlam


Table D.1--Minimum Information for an SDS 1. Identification (a) Product identifier used on the label;

(b) Other means of identification; (c) Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use; (d) Name, address, and telephone number of the manufacturer, importer, or other responsible party; (e) Emergency phone number.

2. Hazard(s) identification (a) Classification of the chemical in accordance with paragraph (d) of this section; (b) Signal word, hazard statement(s), symbol(s) and precautionary statement(s) in accordance with paragraph (f) of this section. (Hazard symbols may be provided as graphical reproductions or the name of the symbol, e.g., flame, skull and crossbones); (c) Unclassified hazards (e.g., combustible dust or dust explosion hazard); (d) Where an ingredient with unknown acute toxicity is used in a mixture at a concentration ≥ 1%, a statement that x percent of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity is required.

3. Composition/information on ingredients

Except as provided for in paragraph (i)of this section on trade secrets: For Substances (a) Chemical name; (b) Common name and synonyms; (c) CAS number and other unique identifiers; (d) Impurities and stabilizing additives which are themselves classified and which contribute to the classification of the substance. For Mixtures The chemical name and concentration or concentration ranges of all ingredients which are classified as health hazards in accordance with paragraph (d) of this section. For All Chemicals Where a Trade Secret is Claimed Where a trade secret is claimed in accordance with paragraph (i) of this section, a statement that the specific chemical identity and/or percentage of composition has been withheld as a trade secret is required.

4. First-aid measures (a) Description of necessary measures, subdivided according to the different routes of exposure, i.e., inhalation, skin and eye contact, and ingestion; (b) Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed. (c) Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary.

5. Fire-fighting measures (a) Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media. (b) Specific hazards arising from the chemical (e.g., nature of any hazardous combustion products). (c) Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters.

6. Accidental release measures

(a) Personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures. (b) Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up.

7. Handling and storage (a) Precautions for safe handling. (b) Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

(a) OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) and any other exposure limit used or recommended by the chemical manufacturer, importer, or employer preparing the safety data sheet. b) Appropriate engineering controls. (c) Individual protection measures, such personal protective equipment.

OSHA GHS NPRM SDS

9. Physical and chemical properties (a) Appearance (physical state, color,etc.); (b) Odor; (c) Odor threshold; (d) pH; (e) Melting point/freezing point; (f) Initial boiling point and boiling range; (g) Flash point; (h) Evaporation rate; (i) Flammability (solid, gas); (j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits; (k) Vapor pressure; (l) Vapor density; (m) Relative density; (n) Solubility(ies); (o) Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water; (p) Auto-ignition temperature; (q) Decomposition temperature; (r) Viscosity.

10. Stability and reactivity (a) Reactivity; (b) Chemical stability; (c) Possibility of hazardous reactions; (d) Conditions to avoid (e.g., static discharge, shock, or vibration); (e) Incompatible materials; (f) Hazardous decomposition products.

11. Toxicological information Description of the various toxicological (health) effects and the available data used to identify those effects, including: (a) information on the likely routes of exposure (inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact); (b) Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics; (c) Delayed and immediate effects and (also chronic effects from short and long term exposure; (d) Numerical measures of toxicity (such as acute toxicity estimates).

12. Ecological information (Non-mandatory). (a) Ecotoxicity (aquatic and terrestrial, where available); (b) Persistence and degradability; (c) Bioaccumulative potential; (d) Mobility in soil; (e) Other adverse effects (such as hazardous to the ozone layer).

13. Disposal considerations (Non-mandatory). Description of waste residues and information on their safe handling and methods of disposal, including the disposal of any contaminated packaging.

14. Transport information (Non-mandatory). (a) UN number; (b) UN proper shipping name; (c) Transport hazard class(es); (d) Packing group, if applicable; (e) Environmental hazards (e.g., Marine pollutant (Yes/No)); (f) Transport in bulk (according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code); (g) Special precautions which a user needs to be aware of, or needs to comply with, in connection with transport or conveyance either within or outside their premises.

15. Regulatory information (Non-mandatory) Safety, health and environmental (regulations specific for the product in question. 16. Other information including date of last change to it.

The date of preparation of the SDS or the preparation or last revision.

OSHA GHS NPRM SDS

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1 Identification

PRODUCTProduct name: Extra Special Chemical MixtureProduct description: Hydrocarbon solvents and epoxy resinProduct code: 123-SKU-987Intended use: Adhesive for all kind of materials, except metals.

COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: ChemicalCompany, Ltd., UKSouthwarkbridge1London, SE SS179JB

Product Technical Information: +44 1715.64.88.99Product MSDS Information: +44 1715.99.99.88

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER:24-Hour Transportation Emergency: +44 1715.00.00.0024-Hour Health Emergency: +44 1715.11.11.11

SECTION 2 Hazard(s) identification

Classification: Flammable liquid, Category 2Eye irritation, Category 2A

Hazardous to the aquatic environment; Acute Category 3

Labeling :Symbol: Flame, Exclamation mark

Signal word: Danger

Hazard Highly flammable liquid andvapour.statements: Causes severe eye irritation

Harmful to aquatic life

Precautionary Keep away from heat, spark or flame – No Smoking.statements: Wear Safety glasses.

Wear impervious gloves.Do not breathe solvent fumes.

Use only in well ventilated areas

SECTION 3 Composition/information on ingredients

Reportable Hazardous SubstancesChemical Identity CAS# Concentration, %Wt

Solvent A 99999-99-9 70-80Epoxy resin B 888-88-8 < 0.1Binder C 7777-77-7 25


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OSHA’s GHS NPRM – 9/30/09 Fed Reg• The major change is the switch from performance-

oriented requirements to specified requirements.• OSHA sought to maintain/enhance the protection

provided by the current rule – scope and application are basically unchanged, maintaining practical

accommodations made by OSHA – Written hazard communication program requirements, worker training,

and trade secret provisions are all largely unchanged from the existing rule

• The NPRM maintains consistency with the GHS as negotiated/adopted – GHS Rev3– OSHA is changing/revising definitions– Generally, aligning labels/SDSs requirements with GHS– Updating training provisions– Maintain consistency with major trading partners’ GHS implementation,

where appropriate


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Organization of the OSHA NPRM

• Sept 30, 2009 Proposed Regulatory Text (a) Purpose(b) Scope and Application(c) Definitions(d) Hazard Classification(e) Written Hazard Communication Program(f) Labels and Other Forms of Warning(g) Safety Data Sheets(h) Employee Information and Training(i) Trade Secrets(j) Effective Dates


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OSHA GHS NPRM Appendixes

Appendix A, Health Hazard Criteria (Mandatory) (NEW)

Appendix B, Physical Hazard Criteria (Mandatory) (NEW)

Appendix C, Allocation of Label Elements (Mandatory) (NEW)

Appendix D, Safety Data Sheets (Mandatory) (NEW)

Appendix E, Definition of “Trade Secret” (Mandatory)

Appendix F, Guidance for Hazard Classifications re: Carcinogenicity (Non-Mandatory) (NEW)


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OSHA Health Standards

• Substance-specific standards (benzene, MC, formaldehyde, etc.)– generally pre-date the current HCS– do not have a comprehensive approach to hazard

communication

• The proposal includes references to the HCS in each of these standards to ensure they have all the protections of the rule

• In addition, OSHA has updated the provisions regarding what is to be communicated to workers to ensure the health effects are consistent with the GHS criteria– Labels/signage

• Table XV-1 Proposed Regulated Area Signs– Hazards

• Table XV-2 Health Effects determined for the Substance Specific Standards


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OSHA Safety Standards• OSHA updating some safety standards to be

consistent with the revised HCS– Approaches varied dependent on the provisions of the

standard being considered

• Integration of the physical hazards criteria would:– Incorporate GHS definitions of flammable liquid/gas into PSM and

health hazard into Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER);

– Change flammable/combustible liquids to conform in categories, terminology, FP and BP to the GHS

• Table XV -3 Flammable Liquid definitions– Incorporate definition of flammable aerosols into the Flammable

and Combustible Liquids Standard, 1910.106

• Sought to minimize impact on scope or substantive provisions of the standards that were updated

OSHA GHS NPRMFlammable and Combustible Liquid Classification

GHS/NPRM Flammable & Combustible Liquid Standard (29 CFR 1910.106 )

Category Flashpoint (ºC) Boiling Point (ºC)

Class Flashpoint (ºC) Boiling Point (ºC)

Flammable 1 < 23 (73.4ºF) ≤ 35 (95ºF) Flammable Class 1A < 22.8 (73.04ºF) < 37.8 (100.04ºF) Flammable 2 < 23 (73.4ºF) > 35 (95ºF) Flammable Class 1B < 22.8 (73.04ºF) ≥ 37.8 (100.04ºF)

Flammable Class 1C ≥ 22.8 (73.04ºF) and < 37.8 (100.04ºF)

Flammable 3 ≥ 23 (73.4ºF) and ≤ 60 (140ºF)

Combustible Class II* ≥ 37.8 (100.04ºF) and < 60 (140ºF)

Flammable 4 > 60 (140ºF) and ≤93 (199.4ºF)

Combustible Class IIIA ≥ 60 (140ºF) and <93.3 * (199.94ºF)

None Combustible Class IIIB ≥ 93.3 ** (199.94ºF)

Table XV -3 Flammable Liquid Definitions


GHS Flammable Liquid Category 1 Extremely flammable liquid and vapor GHS Flammable Liquid Category 2 Highly flammable liquid and vapor GHS Flammable Liquid Category 3 Flammable liquid and vapor GHS Flammable Liquid Category 4 Combustible liquid

GHS Flammable Liquid Hazard Statements


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GHS NPRM (j) Effective Dates• OSHA is proposing:

– Employees be trained within two years of the completion of the final rule.

• Details of the hazard communication program– Explanation of the labels on shipped containers and the workplace

labeling system used by the employer– SDS

» the order of information and » how employees can obtain & use the appropriate hazard

information.

– All other provisions to be in effect in three years after completion.

• During the 3-year transition period after the final rule is promulgated, either the current rule or the new final rulecan be followed

• Final rule is estimated to take 18 months from 9/30/09 – ? (3/30/2011)


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GHS NPRM USA OSHA Implementation

• Next steps – Comment period until December 29, 2009– Public hearings:

• March 2-5, 2010, in Washington, DC• March 31, 2010, in Pittsburgh, PA• Post-hearing comment period – 60 days from 3/31/10

– Analyze all information received– Administrative review within OSHA, DOL, OMB– Publish Final GHS Standard in Federal Register

• Typically ~18 months

• Then the compliance/transition period begins


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USA GHS Implementation – DOT

• Actions to Align Transport with GHS– Flammable Aerosols– Acute Toxicity– Flammable liquids– Environmentally hazardous materials

• 49 CFR aligned with 14th edition UN model regulations and international modal regulations

• Revision of the Organic Peroxide label and placard.• classification criteria for Class 3 PG III flammable liquids.• classification criteria and packing groups for Division 6.1• mandatory on 1/1/2008

– Transition period: Class 3/Division 6.1 classification criteria and packing group assignments in effect on 12/31/2006 can continue until 1/1/2012

– Materials listed by name in Orange Book/HMR 172.101 have not been reviewed against new GHS criteria

• Environmentally hazardous substances: required 1/1/2010– Maintain current marine pollutant criteria/list; Permit use of GHS Aquatic Toxicity

criteria adopted by the IMDG Code (Acute Cat.1, Chronic Cat. 1 & 2)– Adopt new marking for marine pollutants consistent with the marking adopted

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USA GHS Implementation

• EPA– Impacts Pesticides – including sanitizers, disinfectants, and cleaners– Federal Register notice Aug. 25, 2004

• White paper• Situational analysis (side-by-side comparison)

– Stakeholder consultation ongoing, pursuing voluntary pilot activities, outreach– Scope of hazards to be covered not finally determined

• Not expected to include chronic hazards• White paper did not include chronic health classes/categories• White paper did not include chronic aquatic classes/categories

– Ozone Depleting Substances – in GHS 2009 3rd Ed.

• Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)– Implementation of the GHS for FHSA is currently on hold– Situational analysis nearly complete.– Scope of hazards to be covered not finally determined

• Not expected to include environmental hazard classes– Implementation likely to involve both regulatory & statutory amendment– Formal Commission decision required to implement– Commission intends to follow the risk based labeling option specified

in Annex 5 of the GHS.

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NPRM References

OSHA GHS NPRM Federal Register Notice 74:50280-50549 (2009, September 30). http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-22483.pdfSide-by-side comparison of the current HCS to the Proposed Rulewww.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/hcs_side_by_side_draft_100109.pdfProposed Appendix A: Health Hazard Criteria (Mandatory)www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/appendix_a.pdfProposed Appendix B: Physical Hazard Criteria (Mandatory)www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/appendix_b.pdfProposed Appendix C: Allocation of Label Elements (Mandatory)www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/appendix_c.pdfProposed Appendix D: Safety Data Sheets (Mandatory)www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/appendix_d.pdfProposed Appendix E (Existing Appendix D): Definition of Trade Secret (Mandatory)www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/appendix_e.pdfProposed Appendix F: Guidance for Hazard Classifications Regarding Carcinogenicitywww.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/appendix_f.pdfDocket: www.regulations.gov/search/Regs/home.html#docketDetail?R=OSHA-H022K-2006-

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GHS InformationUN GHS Purple Bookwww.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/ghs_rev03/03files_e.html

UN GHS Implementation Status of Countries/Regionswww.unece.org/trans/danger/publi/ghs/implementation_e.html

GHS Guidewww.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/ghsguideoct05.pdf

USADOT: http://hazmat.dot.gov/regs/intl/globharm.htmEPA: www.epa.gov/oppfead1/international/globalharmon.htmOSHA: www.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/global.htmlwww.osha.gov/dsg/hazcom/index.htmlCPSC: www.cpsc.gov/phth/GHSpolicy.html

Canadawww.hc-sc.gc.ca/ahc-asc/intactiv/ghs-sgh/index_e.htmlMarch 2010 Draft Discussion Document Rev1: Implementing the GHS in WHMIS

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